Senggigi
Senggigi is a beach strip on Lombok's west coast, just north of Mataram, with a Hindu temple on a rock at its southern end.
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Senggigi is a beachfront tourist area on the west coast of Lombok island, in Indonesia's West Nusa Tenggara province. The strip runs several kilometers just north of Mataram, the island's capital, so it suits travelers who want the sea close to the city. The beach lies in Senggigi village, Batu Layar district, West Lombok regency.
For years Senggigi was Lombok's main tourist strip, but Kuta Lombok in the south and the North Western Gili islands now draw more visitors and development. A building boom in the late 1990s stalled after the 2000 communal violence and the 2002 Bali bombing, and some projects were left unfinished. Pura Batu Bolong sits on a rock at the south end of the beach. The Hindu temple has 14 altars and draws worshippers and tourists. Walkers and boat riders can reach a salty waterfall at the far end of Nambung Beach. The beach has parking, toilets, cafés, restaurants and places to stay, and you can rent diving, surfing and fishing gear. Plan a few nights for a beach base and add day trips for the rest.
Senggigi in five
- Check the boat harbor before you bookFast boats from Bali and the Gilis use different harbors around Lombok, and some are far from Senggigi. Confirm the pier and pickup with your operator.Gili Islands
- Choose Senggigi for a quiet base, not the best beachIt has sunset views, restaurants and hotels, but better sand is on the Gilis and in the south. It suits an easy night before or after a flight.South Lombok
- Plan the airport runLombok airport is far from Senggigi, about 1.5–2 hours by road. Book a transfer or taxi in advance, and allow time for traffic around Mataram.
- Dress modestly in villagesLombok is mainly Muslim, so cover up away from the beach and in mosques. Ramadan changes opening hours, and the call to prayer carries across the coast.
- Use Mataram for errands and templesPura Lingsar and the city's markets are 20 minutes away. A driver can combine them with a sunset back on the strip.Mataram
Need to know
- Airport
- Lombok International (LOP), about 1.5–2 hours south-east
- Getting there
- Private transfer or taxi from the airport, Mataram or the harbors
- Getting around
- Taxi, driver or scooter; the strip is long and not walkable
- Best base
- Sunset-side hotels, or near Mataram for errands
- Time needed
- 2–3 nights; 1 as a stopover
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryRain29 rainy daysHigh28°Low26°Wet seasonJanuaryRain
Poor
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 347 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet season
- FebruaryRain26 rainy daysHigh28°Low26°Wet seasonFebruaryRain
Poor
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 312 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet season
- MarchRain27 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, humidMarchRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 242 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, humid
- AprilRain21 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Drying outAprilRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 179 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Drying out
- MayRain15 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Dry, calmMayRain
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 93 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, calm
- JuneRain12 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Dry, clearJuneRain
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 67 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, clear
- JulyPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Dry, windyJulyPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 38 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, windy
- AugustPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Dry, busyAugustPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 27 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, busy
- SeptemberRain13 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Dry, clearSeptemberRain
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 75 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, clear
- OctoberRain18 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Hot, dryOctoberRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 126 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, dry
- NovemberRain27 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Rains beginNovemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 238 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rains begin
- DecemberRain28 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet seasonDecemberRain
Poor
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 357 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet season
Average daily high and low in Senggigi, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Senggigi
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 30°
- Humidity
- 84%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 95%
Senggigi
04:40 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today32°23°95%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 95%.
- Wed33°25°71%Wednesday: Rain. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 71%.
- Thu32°25°81%Thursday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 81%.
- Fri32°25°39%Friday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 39%.
- Sat32°25°88%Saturday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 88%.
- Sun32°25°80%Sunday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 80%.
- Mon31°24°96%Monday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 96%.
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Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 18,144 IDR
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Every year
- MarNyepiBali, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Gili Islandsabout 45 min to the harbor, then a boatTurtles, snorkeling and no cars; sleep a night if you can.Read the guide
- Mataramabout 20 min by roadPura Lingsar, local markets and the island's government center.Read the guide
- South Lombokabout 1.5–2 hours by roadKuta beaches, surf coves and quiet bays; a long day trip.Read the guide
Before you go to Senggigi
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Rules for Senggigi, checked
- Check Indonesia's entry rules on the Directorate General of Immigration site before you fly, because visa policy changes.Source
- Pura Batu Bolong is an active Hindu temple: wear a sarong and sash, dress modestly, and keep to the areas open to visitors.
- Indonesia enforces strict drug laws with heavy penalties. Carry medicine in its original packaging with a doctor's note.
Plan around Senggigi
Entry, regions and the rest of the country
Read the guideLombokRinjani, beaches and the Gili Islands
Read the guideGili IslandsThree islands with turtles and no cars
Read the guideMataramThe island's capital, 20 minutes south
Read the guideSouth LombokKuta beaches and surf coves
Read the guideGili TrawanganThe lively Gili, with dive shops and bars
Read the guideSenggigi FAQ
Is Senggigi worth visiting?
As a quiet base for sunsets and easy access to Mataram, yes. If you want the best beaches, snorkeling or nightlife, the Gili Islands and south Lombok are stronger.
How far is Senggigi from Lombok airport?
About 1.5–2 hours by road, depending on traffic. Book a transfer in advance, and allow extra time for roadworks and Mataram traffic.
Can you swim at Senggigi?
Yes in the calmer coves. The beach is not as wide or white as the Gilis, and conditions change, so check local advice and avoid swimming after dark.
Is Senggigi or the Gilis better?
The Gilis for turtles, snorkeling and a car-free feel. Senggigi for a quieter, cheaper base with easy road access. Many travelers split a trip between them.
How do you get from Senggigi to the Gili Islands?
By car to the nearby harbor, then a public boat or a private charter. Confirm the harbor and timing with your hotel, and allow about an hour before the boat.